Cancer FAQs

Cancer is the name of a collection of related diseases. There are different types of cancer, but in all forms of cancers some of the body’s cells begin to divide without stopping and spread into the surrounding tissues.

According to the national cancer institute, cancer can cause different types of symptoms which include:

Skin changes such as a new mole, existing mole, a sore that does not heal

Breast changes such as a change in size or shape of the breast or nipple and a change in texture of breast skin

Thickening or lump on or under the skin

Hoarseness or cough that doesn’t go away

Changes in bowel habits

Difficult or painful urination

Problems with eating such as discomfort after eating, hard time swallowing, or changes in appetite

Weight gain/weight loss with no known reason

Abdominal pain

Unexplained night sweats

Unusual bleeding or discharge including blood in the urine, vaginal bleeding, or blood in the stool

Feeling weak or very tired

These symptoms are most often not due to cancer and could be caused by other problems. If you have symptoms that last for a couple of weeks it is important to see your doctor so that you get a proper diagnosis and treatment as early as possible.